The National Powersports Dealer Association (NPDA) is committed to keeping powersports dealers informed about regulatory developments that can affect dealership operations, advertising practices, and relationships with consumers. Recent FTC guidance provides important clarification on vehicle advertising practices that are directly relevant to powersports dealerships. While portions of the guidance use automobiles as examples, the issues addressed—including inventory availabi

The National Powersports Dealer Association (NPDA) is now accepting nominations for its 2027 Board of Directors. The Board consists of 14 powersports dealership owners who are NPDA members, with seven seats elected each year to serve two-year terms. NPDA is looking for engaged dealer leaders who are passionate about strengthening the powersports industry and willing to actively contribute their time, experience, and ideas. Board members are more than advisors—they are working

NPDA is launching new Dealer Brand Councils to give powersports dealers a stronger, more organized voice with the manufacturers they represent. ​ These dealer-led councils will bring together NPDA members representing individual OEM brands to identify emerging issues, share constructive feedback, improve communication with manufacturers, and help develop solutions that strengthen both dealerships and the powersports industry. ​ The goal is simple: dealers should have a meanin

Over the past several months, the NPDA has been working with the major powersports manufacturers on greater transparency in the way freight and setup charges are disclosed. Because freight and setup are necessary components of the retail transaction, those costs should be reflected in the pricing structure established by the manufacturer. When a manufacturer publishes an MSRP that excludes freight and setup, it creates customer confusion, erodes confidence in the pricing proc

The powersports industry will have a much larger presence at this year’s SEMA Show, November 3 through 6 in Las Vegas. For 2026, SEMA is launching a dedicated Powersports, SxS & Lifestyle section in the West Hall, located alongside its Truck and Off-Road sections. NPDA will be exhibiting at the event, with representatives from our Board of Directors and NPDA staff members onsite to discuss any aspect of the NPDA. We encourage all Powersports Dealers to visit us in the West Ha

The members of the NPDA Harley-Davidson Council represent Harley-Davidson dealers across the United States who are committed to serving riders, supporting our local communities, and strengthening the future of the Harley-Davidson brand. In recent weeks, there has been renewed public discussion surrounding Harley-Davidson and its leadership. While outside voices may choose to focus on past affiliations, speculation, or commentary, the dealers we represent are focused on what m

By Jay Goodart, Lawless Harley-Davidson, NPDA Vice Chairman Recently, I had the privilege of traveling to Washington, D.C. with the Motorcycle Industry Council on behalf of the National Powersports Dealer Association to participate in a series of meetings with members of Congress, Senate offices, congressional aides, and appointed representatives. The purpose of the visit was to advocate for the powersports industry and discuss issues that directly impact dealerships, man

Falls Church, VA | May 29, 2026 — Five years after its founding, the National Powersports Dealer Association (NPDA) is marking a significant milestone in its evolution from a small group of eight founding dealers into a national network of dealers and industry partners united by a shared commitment to strengthening the future of powersports retail. Founding Board Members Back Row:Robert Kay, Bob Althoff, Bob Kee, Mark Peterson Front Row:Gail Worth, George Gatto, Dia Matteson,

The Powersports Capitol Hill Fly-In is your opportunity to meet directly with lawmakers and their staff to discuss the issues shaping your business and our industry.

"I believe strongly that we have both an opportunity and an obligation: to ensure our businesses remain sustainable, to support the employees and customers who depend on us, and to work together as dealers to protect and strengthen the industry we’ve all helped build,” Eggstein

Falls Church, VA January 27, 2026 — The National Powersports Dealer Association (NPDA) celebrates five years of advancing the powersports industry by elevating Dealers to be well prepared, sustainably profitable and exceed the expectations of a growing customer base. To facilitate its mission NPDA races into the New Year with newly installed Officers and an expanded board of directors. Vice Chair Jayson Davis was unanimously elected to serve as Chairman, succeeding Bob Kee (w